Now that I'm trimming&slimming down I can...(Add some)

NewLIFEstyle4ME

What are some of the thrilling new things you're able to do now that you're getting slimmer&trimmer?

I can now:

move from the drivers seat to the passengers side without getting out of the car/van

walk for almost 2 hours straight without feeling out of breath or exhausted

run/trot on my treadmill

stay of my full body stationary bike for more than 30 minutes at a time

keep up with my kids as we walk

dance for more than an hour without feeling like I'm about to pass out

pick up and do tiny curls with my new 8 lb weights

my eyesight is getting better/things are not as blurry

my naval is shrinking---it's back to the small size it was when I was thin

clothes are swimming on me, particularly pants

see changes in my body and feel changes in my heart and attitudes--I'm more calm and peaceful/less stressed

my wedding rings are sliding around my finger now, instead of having to take it off with soap.


How's about you?

mrczk

I can (or rather, will be) able to run away from zombies during the zombie apocalypse while everyone else perishes.

maryellen8301

i have found that i am so much more happier..
sometimes i get angry that my clothes dont fit.. but i get over it and mover on

NewLIFEstyle4ME

I can (or rather, will be) able to run away from zombies during the zombie apocalypse while everyone else perishes.

:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

Not me, I'll be able to walk up to them, give them a hug and tell them they don't have to live like that anymore, if thet don't want to--or if they give me some grief, I'm getting some serious muscles and will be able to kick some major zombie tail if they don't choose to be civil--:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

MrDude_1

I am able to do a more realistic zombie walk, to blend in during the imminent zombie apocalypse... since no one can run forever.

AceDuddyMegaa

I can (or rather, will be) able to run away from zombies during the zombie apocalypse while everyone else perishes.

i didnt think anyone else had this goal

PinkEarthMama

I can carry sleeping children upstairs to bed.

I can carry the groceries into the house.

I can kick @$$ on the cross trainer.

I look in the mirror every once and a while and I can smile.

silvafan

I can run a 5k without stopping.
I can dance all night when I go out :-)
I can wear smaller clothes that are cute & not big frumpy hoodies! I still love hoodies though.
I can walk around with confidence :-)
I can meet goals & make new ones.

tdaddybarlow

I can do an hour on the eliiptical no sweat...actually that's a lie because I sweat profusely in the gym :embarassed: , BUT doing that hour is like nothing now when the first time I tried it it scared the heck out of me.
I can also push more weight than I ever thought I could. Makes bedroom play interesting

dawnie_t

I can run 13 kilometers without stopping, AND I enjoy it:)

I can go into a store and buy pretty much anything I like.

I can see my collarbones, they are pointy and I love them!

I can share my pant size with people (8/10) and not feel shame or embarrassment.

JanetLM73

I can play with my kids longer, I can keep up on walks, I can climb this killer hill at the park without feeling like I'm going to die.

BananaCat83

I can wash my jeans on a regular basis and not worry that I won't be able to button them :laugh:

Debbe2

I can run, do planks, mountain climbers, jumping jacks.... But most importantly I can be comfortable in my own skin

still_crafty

I can (had to) remember how to use my sewing machine . . . so I could take my pants in because they were falling off of me

I can get excited about weighing myself

I can wear clothes that have been hiding in my spare closet for about 5 years because they didn't fit but I loved them so I refused to get rid of them.

Tdk4685

I can go hiking in the mountains without running out ouf breath.
I can play in the yard with the dogs.
I can run 1 1/2 miles.

I have more energy than I ever expected I would.

Mera_Mera

I can (or rather, will be) able to run away from zombies during the zombie apocalypse while everyone else perishes.

I second you! LOL! Love this post!

I can lift heavy weights now.
I can fit into a size 8 pants.
I am a size S on shirts! Finally!

wickedcricket

I can pull on anything in my closet. If it doesn't fit it's because it's too big.

I can climb the 3 flights of stairs to my apt easily, even carrying groceries or firewood.

I can exercise longer & stronger

I sleep better because I'm more active.

I can influence my family & friends to a healthier lifestyle (my daughter had a baby 3 mos ago & is jealous I weigh less than she)

I can pass on fattening junk food and fast food and prefer to eat at home

I can come to MFP for support, resources and just general chit chat whenever I want

I CAN'T think of one down-side

JadeRabbit08

I can (or rather, will be) able to run away from zombies during the zombie apocalypse while everyone else perishes.

i didnt think anyone else had this goal

It the reason I started here. Had a conversation with a friend and we both decided we would be dead within a couple of hours of a zombie apocalypse. While I dont seriously believe I have much to worry about with one starting, it got me thinking about survival scenerios. Here in Australia we have had alot of bad flooding over the recent years and the occasional big bushfire. I decided that I was in no physical condition to handle a survival scenario and protect those I love. So I will be pretending I am running from a pack of zombies whenever I get on the treadmill as extra incentive to push myself.

In answer to the OP

Changes -

I dont shuffle when I walk, I pass people on the footpath.
I can resist sweets, icecream, other foods that seem a little pointless nuitritionally without a struggle.
I am not tired all the time so there is energy enough to try new things.
I am hopeful about the future and present me being disciplined enough to see this through.
I can walk 3.8 miles and think if I had time I'd like to go further.

nursedonnaj

I can (or rather, will be) able to run away from zombies during the zombie apocalypse while everyone else perishes.

I ABSOLUTELY love this!! This is an awesome goal. Thanks for the out-loud giggle!:bigsmile:

Heaven71

I can (or rather, will be) able to run away from zombies during the zombie apocalypse while everyone else perishes.

This T-shirt is just for you!!

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MrDude_1

I hope you guys realize the running from zombies thing is just silly.... I mean, the real zombie solution is guns. lots of guns.

finchest

I CAN'T think of one down-side

this!

and the zombie apocalypse thing, too.

AlicynH

I can drive a car wearing a seat belt and not have my stomach touch the steering wheel. I can shop any where for cloths not. Not just big and tall stores. I did have a guy hit on my the other day which has never happened.

Jenngiurgila

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I can carry sleeping children upstairs to bed.

I can carry the groceries into the house.

I can kick @$$ on the cross trainer.

I look in the mirror every once and a while and I can smile.
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Your last one is the reason I'm on this journey!

TiffanyDeanee

I can (or rather, will be) able to run away from zombies during the zombie apocalypse while everyone else perishes.

This ^^ lmao

TiffanyDeanee

I hope you guys realize the running from zombies thing is just silly.... I mean, the real zombie solution is guns. lots of guns.

Yeah, if you are a good shot.

mandamommy3

It's easier to get my 59lb daughter upstairs to her room when she passes out downstairs and its easier to do the toss baby in the air game that my 19month old loves. Its also easier to get all the groceries into the house now too and going up and down to the basement with loads of laundry is easier now too.

shaycat

I can (or rather, will be) able to run away from zombies during the zombie apocalypse while everyone else perishes.

Best thing I've read all day.

jenalderman

I can shop in any REGULAR store!!! Having gone from a size 22 to a size 7, this is a HUGE thing for me not to shop in "Plus Size" stores!

I can run 10 miles

I can tie my shoes without having to sit down.

I can breath through my nose!!!! Those of you who know what I'm talking about totally get it!

I can jump out of the bed in the morning and walk normally...none of that hobbling for the first hour that used to go on.

I can stand to look at myself in the mirror.

I can try on clothes without crying.

I can feel a sense of accomplishment and pride that I have not felt in years.

I can actually inspire and help others.

I can love myself again! I know...I should have all along but let's be real here.

pen2u

^^Priceless^^ Very inspirational!

I can...

...raise my arms to cheer at a soccer game and not take out the guy sitting next to me.

...keep up w/my DH on the mtn bike.

...take a moment to look at my reflection instead of turning quickly away in disgust.

...feel my hip bones again (while I'm lying down, but still...)

...skip bringing a sweater or other wrap to hide behind (won't have FLOTUS guns ever, but they're better than they were.)